Head of Scientific & Value Communications, US Medical

Biogen•Cambridge, MA

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About The Position

About This Role The Head of Scientific & Value Communications will develop and lead the Scientific & Value Communication function within the US Medical team, a strategic partner within Biogen, who helps inform medical practice across our therapeutic areas and pipeline to improve meaningful patient outcomes. Through development and implementation of a cross-functionally accepted Scientific Communication Plan, the Head of Scientific & Value Communications will ensure consistent, compliant, and impactful communications via publications, congress activities and medical education. As such, this role is accountable for shaping the scientific narrative and leading all aspects of medical communications/publications’ strategic and tactical planning, related to key company scientific data for presentation internally and externally. They will work closely with cross functional partners across US Medical, including but not limited to all US Medical therapeutic areas and functions, US commercial teams, and global medical teams. What You’ll Do Drive an integrated Scientific & Value Communications strategy that is aligned with the brand strategies and medical strategies and meets the needs of patients and health care providers working with Medical Directors in each TA to advance scientific communication and publication priorities. Ensure the successful and compliant execution of the Scientific & Value Communications strategy, including publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts), congresses (medical booth, symposia), digital content, and Field Medical materials. Collaborate with Marketing and Market Access teams as well as Global Medical teams and other functions (e.g., public affairs) to ensure the Scientific Communications strategy for the brand/disease state portfolio is aligned cross-functionally Manage relationships with external authors and vendors in the preparation and review of publications for assigned projects, including the management of publication review or steering committees, if applicable Prepare budgets and forecasts in collaboration with finance, other medical budget owners, and other relevant functions and effectively manage agencies for project delivery within budget Regularly ensure individuals are being assessed and evaluated – with coaching and talent development in place. Foster the climate of growth and development against the backdrop of performance and accountability. Create a positive climate within the team in alignment with Biogen’s culture. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Who You Are An individual who loves learning new disease states, is highly adaptable and action oriented. You will also need to be a strong collaborator, have a strategic mindset and self-motivated.

Requirements

MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP or comparable advanced degree in a scientific / clinical discipline
Minimum 8 years’ experience in the healthcare/pharmaceutical sector with 3+ years’ experience in Medical Affairs/Scientific Publications/Medical Communications
Experience in multiple therapeutic areas and /or leading franchise teams across a portfolio of brands is required.
Prior experience directing external vendors and managing budgets is required

Nice To Haves

Candidate should be skilled at working with publication embargoes, working with journals and publishers, and other external interactions such as publication steering committee meetings.
Represent a function within a matrix organization through a strong track record of excellent presentation, customer facing, and interpersonal skills
Strong track record of written and oral communication skills to develop and present scientific information to varied audiences and articulate messages succinctly
Experience with scientific peer-reviewed publications, global medical communications, and industry publication best practices
Strong organizational skills to track numerous tasks for multiple simultaneous projects in a deadline-oriented environment

Responsibilities

Drive an integrated Scientific & Value Communications strategy that is aligned with the brand strategies and medical strategies and meets the needs of patients and health care providers working with Medical Directors in each TA to advance scientific communication and publication priorities.
Ensure the successful and compliant execution of the Scientific & Value Communications strategy, including publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts), congresses (medical booth, symposia), digital content, and Field Medical materials.
Collaborate with Marketing and Market Access teams as well as Global Medical teams and other functions (e.g., public affairs) to ensure the Scientific Communications strategy for the brand/disease state portfolio is aligned cross-functionally
Manage relationships with external authors and vendors in the preparation and review of publications for assigned projects, including the management of publication review or steering committees, if applicable
Prepare budgets and forecasts in collaboration with finance, other medical budget owners, and other relevant functions and effectively manage agencies for project delivery within budget
Regularly ensure individuals are being assessed and evaluated – with coaching and talent development in place.
Foster the climate of growth and development against the backdrop of performance and accountability.
Create a positive climate within the team in alignment with Biogen’s culture.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation